Irish dairy production typically uses seasonal calving and pasture-based systems. During the dry period, cows are kept indoors and fed mostly grass silage. This setup presents unique opportunities for managing transition cows. A recent study aimed to understand disease occurrences and management pra
This Christmas, Sandringham House might feel a bit emptier than usual. Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are set to miss the traditional Royal Family celebration for the first time since their marriages. Last year, the sisters and their husbands made a special appearance at the Royal walkabout followi
Imagine trying to predict how a baby will be born. Over the past decade, doctors have been using ultrasound during labor to help figure this out. This technique is called intrapartum ultrasound (ITU) and it's gaining attention worldwide. However, it's not as common in low- and middle-income countrie
Bitcoin hit a new high of $107, 000 on Monday. Why the sudden boost? President-elect Donald Trump wants the U. S. to have a bitcoin strategic reserve. This is like the country's oil reserve but for digital currency. He hopes it will give the U. S. an edge in the global market. Also, MicroStrategy jo
Did you know that in many countries, the demand for kidneys far outstrips the supply? This is where living kidney donors come in – people who willingly give one of their kidneys to someone in need. Let's meet two such donors and explore why more people might consider this life-saving act. Meet Sara
In a stormy sea drama, two old Russian tankers faced trouble in the Kerch Strait, a waterway between Russia and Crimea. Ukraine's navy spokesperson, Dmytro Pletenchuk, accused Russia of breaking safety rules. He said, "It's like going to sea in a storm with old ships. " One tanker, Volgoneft-212, sp
Imagine you're a detective trying to solve a crime. Figuring out when and who left behind a saliva stain can be a big clue. Right now, scientists are looking into how the bacteria in old saliva stains change over time. They want to find out if these changes can tell us how long ago the stain was lef
Last Friday, a birthday celebration for actor Jamie Foxx at a Beverly Hills restaurant took a nasty turn. A spokesperson for the star confirmed that he was injured in an altercation, requiring stitches. The incident involved a glass being thrown from another table, striking Foxx in the mouth. The Be
In the heart of northern Syria lies Idlib Province, known for its rolling hills and red dirt. Every autumn, farmers here harvest their olive crops. But they've got company during this process - tax collectors. These representatives of the local government, run by the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
Severe weather in the Kerch Strait, between Russia and annexed Crimea, has left two Russian cargo ships in trouble. One ship, Volgoneft 212, ran aground and its crew of 13 was evacuated after a rescue helicopter arrived. Unfortunately, one person lost their life. Another ship, Volgoneft 239, with 14
